Catholic Archdiocese of Cape Town

18/06/2026

Archbishop Sipuka’s address to President Ramaphosa

Yesterday, 17 June 2026, Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, as president of the Southern African Council of Churches (SACC), addressed President Cyril Ramaphosa on the issue of aggression and violence against African foreign nationals. Below is his opening address. Above is a photo of the delegation, taken in front of the Union Buildings in Pretoria. OPENING ADDRESS South African Council of Churches…...

09/06/2026

Anti-Migrant Violence in SA – SACC President calls for Justice and Compassion

As anti-migrant sentiment and violence begins to rise in South Africa, SACC President, Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, has issued a pastoral letter to all Member Churches and People of Goodwill, calling upon all to reject violence, seek justice, and treat all people with respect, compassion and dignity. A Pastoral Letter to the Member Churches and All People of God & Goodwill

As anti-migrant sentiment and violence begins to rise in South Africa, SACC President, Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, has issued a pastoral letter to all Member Churches and People of Goodwill, call…

27/05/2026

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Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference Pastoral Statement on Violence Against Migrants in South Africa Dear Sisters and Brothers, grace and peace to you. We, the Catholic Bishops of Southern Africa, speak at this critical moment with a deep sense of urgency and moral responsibility regarding the escalating tensions and violence involving migrants and non-nationals in South Africa. We unequivocally and without ambiguity condemn the acts of violence, intimidation, and displacement directed at migrants and refugees....

Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference Pastoral Statement on Violence Against Migrants in South Africa Dear Sisters and Brothers, grace and peace to you. We, the Catholic Bishops of Southern…

26/05/2026

APC Meeting Pics

The first APC meeting with our new Archbishop was held at Immaculate Conception, Parow from 09.00-14.00. Below are some pics of the event.

23/05/2026

Gathered in faith, dialogue, and mission at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Council Meeting held at Immaculate Conception Parish, Parow.

This gathering was especially meaningful as it marked the first APC meeting with our new shepherd, Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, whose presence, leadership, and call to unity inspired the day’s conversations and reflections.

From prayer and fellowship to discussions on synodality, justice, and the mission of the Church, it was a grace-filled opportunity to listen, share, and journey together as the People of God.

We give thanks to all who contributed to the day and continue to serve the life of the Archdiocese with dedication and hope.

“UNITED across all our differences.”

15/05/2026

Archbishop Sipuka reflects on the first year of Pope Leo XIV

A Reflection on the First Year of Pope Leo XIV Stability, Mission, and the Church We Are Being Called to Be By Sithembele Sipuka, Archbishop of Cape Town As I write this short reflection on the first year of Pope Leo's service as the universal pastor of the Church, I cannot help think of how providence has personally connected me to him....

11/05/2026

The Bishops’ Foundation Newsletter

Attached below is the Bishops' Foundation newsletter for May 2026.

Attached below is the Bishops’ Foundation newsletter for May 2026.

08/05/2026

Funeral Homily for Fr Brian Gelant

Homily for the Funeral of Father Brian Gelant Thursday, 7 May 2026 Archbishop Sipuka Readings: Acts 15:7-21 | Psalm 96 | John 15:9-11 The issue on the surface in today's first reading is circumcision, with the question of whether Gentile converts must observe the Mosaic law or not. But the real issue beneath the surface is whether belonging to the Church is determined by the cultural practice of the majority who were there first to believe in Christ, or by the gift of the Holy Spirit poured out to all, including those who came later....

Homily for the Funeral of Father Brian Gelant Thursday, 7 May 2026 Archbishop Sipuka Readings: Acts 15:7-21 | Psalm 96 | John 15:9-11 The issue on the surface in today’s first reading is circ…

07/05/2026

Funeral of Fr Brian Gelant

For those unable to attend the funeral of Fr Brian Gelant, here is a link to the livestream broadcast.

05/05/2026

Archbishop’s Homily – Re-commitment Mass for the Permanent Deacons

RE-COMMITMENT MASS WITH THE PERMANENT DEACONS OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF CAPE TOWN 03 May 2026 Archbishop Sipuka Readings: Acts 6:1-7 | 1 Peter 2:4-9 | John 14:1-12 Today's first reading was not chosen because I was going to celebrate this Mass with you. The liturgical calendar simply placed Acts 6:1-7 for this day. In my view, this is not a coincidence but providence because this passage is nothing less than the founding moment of the order of Deacons....